Balanga
Balanga is a village located in Soro tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Soro (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Saknar is the gram panchayat of Balanga village.
Here you can discover what makes Balanga unique in its vibrant Soro-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Balanga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Balanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Balanga is 394001. The village spans a total geographical area of 344 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756046. Soro is nearest town to Balanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Balanga
Population of Balanga
According to the 2011 Census, Balanga has a total population of about 1,363, with approximately 739 males and 624 females. The sex ratio is around 844 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 474 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 31. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.00%, with male literacy at about 79.57% and female literacy near 65.22%. There are around 381 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Balanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,363 | 739 | 624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 96 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 474 | 245 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 995 | 588 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 151 | 217 |
Connectivity of Balanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Balanga. As per the 2011 stats, Balanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Balanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Balanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Balanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Balanga
- Where is Balanga located?
- Balanga village is situated in Soro Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Balanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Balanga is Saknar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Balanga?
- The pincode of Balanga is 756046, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Balanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balanga is 1,363, with 739 males and 624 females.
- How many households are there in Balanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Balanga village has a total of 381 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Balanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balanga is 73.00%. The male literacy rate is 79.57%, while the female literacy rate is 65.22%.